Enforcing the Rules for Riding
It’s time to make transit cleaner, safer and more accessible. As part of TriMet’s commitment to delivering a great riding experience, we’re increasing the enforcement of our rules for riding. […]
Safety on Transit: What You Need to Know
We are shocked and saddened by the senseless act of violence that took place on a MAX train last week. Our hearts go out to the victim, Michael Brady, and
Let’s make TriMet a drug-free zone
New legislation would give law enforcement the tools they need to keep illegal drugs off of transit. We believe all Portland-area residents deserve a safe, welcoming and reliable transit system
Proposed Service Change – MAX Night Buses
As part of our 2024-25 service changes proposal, we’re planning on creating a network of night buses in place of late-night MAX trains. This will allow more time for our
It’s time for a crackdown on public drug use
With the illegal use of fentanyl skyrocketing across the U.S. and here in the Pacific Northwest, TriMet recently joined four transit agencies in Washington State to study fentanyl and methamphetamine
Tidying MAX tracks with The Beast
TriMet’s Maintenance of Way (MOW) department manages the MAX light rail system’s overhead electric wires, signals, substations (which convert electricity from the public supply to power trains) and tracks. Since
The Story of a Pageant Queen and Rail Training Supervisor
👑🚊 One of the biggest joys of the job for Rail Training Supervisor Krista Stone is pulling into a platform and seeing excited children waving at her. Girls tend to
Hampton Rodriguez: The magical world of transit ticket art
For many riders, transit serves a simple purpose: trips for groceries, school, work and other destinations. But for Portland-based artist Hampton Rodriguez, transit is a conduit to inspiration for creating